Urban Villages - Focus Magazine {Issue 11)

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Alternatives Mural Art

“Such a simple but very effective programme to deliver a positive good relations message and show our appreciation to local businesses for all their support at the same time.” YAP co-ordinator, Gareth Hughes “The artwork looks fantastic and really brightens up the area. I was delighted to partner with the YAP project and young people who have all been outstanding in giving back to their community especially during this pandemic. I look forward to working together with YAP again in the future.” Local Business Proprietor

We hope that the mural can promote a sense of positivity, respect and love for the area. A big thank you to Glenn from Nozzle & Brush Artists who worked alongside the young artists to make their vision come true. “Great craic designing the mural and working with the artist. We did it as a BIG THANKS to local businesses who have supported YAP from the very beginning and continue to do so. I learned new skills and feel really proud too because it looks wicked!!” YAP young person from Donegall Pass.

provided the blenders and slow cookers necessary for families to make some of the recipes successfully. “Such a great programme, it has really lifted the spirits of the families after a difficult lockdown.” It is hoped to run the programme again across the South Belfast Urban Village area in the near future. The South Belfast Alternatives YAP group have designed and installed a mural opposite their offices in Donegall Pass. The timing of this piece of art couldn’t be more appropriate, given the challenges of lockdown. The young people saw how important it was that the community in South Belfast come together and supports each other through this difficult period. The concept behind the artwork came from young people in the community working together from different backgrounds.

Urban Villages Initiative | Focus Magazine Issue 11